NYC opens nation's first publicly funded homeless shelter for trans people
Briefly

Ace's Place has opened in Queens as a dedicated shelter for the LGBTQ+ community, receiving nearly $66 million funding from the city over the next five years. Destination Tomorrow, a center based in the Bronx, will oversee the shelter's operations. The importance of such facilities is underscored by ongoing rollbacks of transgender rights by the Trump administration, including limitations on gender-affirming health care and participation in sports, highlighting the need for supportive environments for affected individuals.
Ace's Place, a new LGBTQ+ shelter in Queens, has been established to provide support for the community. It will be funded by the city at nearly $66 million over five years.
Destination Tomorrow, a Bronx LGBTQ+ center, will manage Ace's Place, emphasizing community resources and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights amidst increasing challenges from the Trump administration.
Read at The Philadelphia Tribune
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